Communication Archives - Ray Access: Online Content Providers Words That Empower Your Business Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:27:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://rayaccess.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Communication Archives - Ray Access: Online Content Providers 32 32 When Words Collide https://rayaccess.com/when-words-collide/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:27:16 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=55296 Aren’t Words Serious? The writers and editors at Ray Access take words — and writing — seriously. After all, clients pay for the words produced. But all work and no play make for pretty dull writing. When words collide is a playful way of saying that words can also entertain, sometimes on purpose and sometimes […]

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]]> 10 Tips for Using Zoom https://rayaccess.com/10-tips-for-using-zoom/ Wed, 16 Dec 2020 01:21:06 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=54611 Is There a Better Way to Use Zoom Video Conferencing Software? As the pandemic drags on, more employees are beginning to feel the effects of Zoom burn-out. To avoid that and make better use of your time and video meetings, you need to find the best tips for using Zoom. Then you can minimize your […]

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]]> Zoom Fatigue and Other Stay-in-Place Hazards https://rayaccess.com/zoom-fatigue/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 20:18:10 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=6451 The post Zoom Fatigue and Other Stay-in-Place Hazards appeared first on Ray Access: Online Content Providers.

]]> The Power of the Compliment Sandwich https://rayaccess.com/power-of-compliment-sandwich/ Mon, 24 Feb 2020 21:49:18 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=6314 The Pros and Cons of the Compliment Sandwich The compliment sandwich is a tool you can use to soften the blow of criticism. People, including your peers and employees, often cringe at criticism (unlike professional writers, who relish feedback). But when you learn to use this sandwich technique properly and in the right situations, you’ll […]

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]]> It’s Not What You Say, But How You Say It https://rayaccess.com/how-you-say-it/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:26:27 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=6309 Use Every Tool Available to Say What You Mean If you’ve been reading our blog posts, you already appreciate the value of clear communication. You already know how to give an effective compliment. And you already understand the power of body language. When you have something to say — whether it’s an energizing presentation to […]

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]]> How to Give an Effective Compliment https://rayaccess.com/the-power-of-the-compliment/ Mon, 10 Feb 2020 22:20:50 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=6286 Are Your Compliments Backfiring on You? Everyone loves getting compliments. And they can be very useful as you try to win friends and influence people. So while you try to insert compliments into your repertoire, be careful how you throw them around; don’t abuse the power of the compliment. For when the people around you […]

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]]> Clear Communication Is Good for Everyone https://rayaccess.com/clear-communication-is-good-for-everyone/ Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:36:37 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=6266 Business Owners Especially Benefit from Clarity The world of economics is driven by individual ambitions, group dynamics and national goals. But you could also say something similar about the world of personal relationships. The thing that bridges the gap between these widely diverse realms is communication. When human beings are involved, clear communication is good […]

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]]> The Definition of Fake News https://rayaccess.com/the-definition-of-fake-news/ Tue, 31 Jul 2018 01:26:39 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=5073 A Nonpolitical Look at Language and Learning Fake news is apparently everywhere. On television. In print. Online. You can’t help but trip over it every day, no matter where you get your news. It has invaded our culture and perverted our political system. At Ray Access, we’re not interested in writing about politics, but we […]

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]]> Communication Is Always in Style https://rayaccess.com/importance-of-communication/ Tue, 03 Oct 2017 07:22:10 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=4265 The Importance of Communication to Business The words you say — and the way you say them — may change over time. The devices you use to send those messages get smaller and smaller every year. And the voice delivering the statements may not even be your own, but something artificial. But no matter who, […]

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]]> 10 Presentation Tips to Make a Lasting Impression https://rayaccess.com/presentation-tips-make-lasting-impression/ Tue, 11 Apr 2017 07:00:21 +0000 https://rayaccess.com/?p=3804 Don’t Let Fear of Public Speaking Derail You Getting up in front of a group of people to make a case, pitch a product or tell a story is an ideal opportunity to make an impression. Take advantage of it whenever you get the chance. If you’re a small business owners seeking to make your […]

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